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E475 PCW

1988 Honda Bros

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

36,932 mi
Last recorded36,932 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda Bros41,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE475 PCW
MakeHonda
ModelBros
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 36,932 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 36,801 miles

Front Front tyre quite old, but in good condition

Pass 11 Aug 2022 36,722 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 35,818 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 35,020 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 31,096 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2015 29,675 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2014 24,772 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2013 22,215 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 20,324 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 18,466 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Feb 2011 18,466 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 17,118 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 14,402 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Honda Bros?

Based on 4,211 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
1,021
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 79
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 75
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 41
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E475 PCW is a 1988 Honda Bros in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 Honda Bros models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 41,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Bros fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E475 PCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Bros typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Honda Bros is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E475 PCW registered?

E475 PCW is a 1988 Honda Bros, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E475 PCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E475 PCW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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